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It’s a Shame About Ray
Rock · 1992 · 11 tracks · 33m

It’s a Shame About Ray

The Lemonheads

June 2, 1992 · Fire Records

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'It's a Shame About Ray' is the sound of a perfect summer day tinged with a beautiful, wistful melancholy.

Evan Dando's effortless croon glides over a foundation of jangling guitars, propulsive basslines, and crisp drums, crafting a collection of short, sharp, and irresistibly catchy indie rock anthems. It's an album that feels both immediate and timeless, capturing the slacker charm and emotional honesty that defined a generation. This is essential listening for anyone who appreciates pop hooks delivered with an authentic, slightly world-weary indie sensibility.

Tracklist · 11 Tracks · 33m
01
Rockin Stroll
1:47
02
Confetti
2:45
03
It’s a Shame About Ray
3:07
04
Rudderless
3:20
06
The Turnpike Down
2:34
07
Bit Part
1:51
08
Alison’s Starting to Happen
1:59
09
Hannah & Gabi
2:40
10
Kitchen
2:55
11
Ceiling Fan in My Spoon
1:48
12
Frank Mills
1:44
Moments Worth Listening For
The instantly recognizable, bright acoustic guitar riff and Evan Dando's laid-back yet earnest vocal entry on the title track, 'It's a Shame About Ray,' perfectly setting the album's tone.
The unexpected, slightly ragged, but utterly charming cover of Simon & Garfunkel's 'Mrs. Robinson,' which became a surprise hit and showcased the band's ability to reinterpret classics with their signature slacker cool.
The driving, propulsive rhythm section and fuzzy, melodic guitar solo in 'Confetti,' providing a burst of more traditional alternative rock energy amidst the album's generally breezier sound.
The tender, acoustic-driven introspection of 'My Drug Buddy,' where Dando's vocals are particularly vulnerable, highlighting the album's emotional depth beneath the catchy surface.
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Summer saturates this record far more than the artist's norm.

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